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- H.CON.RES.422
H.CON.RES.422: Concerning the importance of the distribution of food in schools to hungry or malnourished children around the world.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced May 13, 2004
- Latest Major Action June 24, 2004
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (19 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Summary
States that Congress: (1) expresses its grave concern about the continuing problem of hunger and the need to feed hungry and malnourished children around the world; (2) recognizes that the global distribution of food in schools increases attendance, particularly for girls, and improves literacy rates and increases job opportunities; (3) recognizes that education of children addresses several of the root causes of international terrorism; (4)...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.
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| May 13, 2004 |
Introduced in the House by Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) |